Assembler - Manufacturing

Date Posted:
2026-11-06
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-1455 1455 Fairchild Rd ADMIN BLDG
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

• Work from verbal instructions, work orders, trim and finish drawings, pick sheets, and technical drawings.
• Perform assembly installations and adjustment operations on all sub-assembly components for aircraft seating and suite furniture.
• Perform basic trim operations to fabricate, assemble, cover, pad, and install all types of upholstery on aircraft seats.
• Make all final adjustments, alignments, and corrections necessary to assure compliance to all quality and specification requirements.
• Perform all sub-assembly and component assembly operations required to complete sub-assembled components for aircraft seating and/or suite furniture.
• Understand and utilize trim and finish drawings, work orders, non-conformance reports (NCRs), job cards, and verbal/written instructions to properly and efficiently assemble all components.
• Set up and use all types of fixtures, jigs, and testing equipment to complete sub-assembled components and manufacturing seating and/or suite furniture.
• Assemble, fit, and adjust metal details and plastic details to assembled structures, weldments and completed seat and/or furniture assemblies.
• Make all final checks and adjustments required for proper functional operation of components and completed seat and/or furniture assemblies.
• Make adjustments and repairs to assemblies by forming, trimming, filling, deburring, reaming, testing, cleaning, and straightening parts and assemblies as required.
• Ensure conformance to blueprints, written procedures, and quality specifications
• Move materials to and from work position
• Meet all production and quality standards.
• Keep accurate records and make reports in accordance with work performance requirements
• Smoothly and efficiently meet all production and quality standards
• Identify and notify supervision of non-compliance difficulties
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report all discrepancies to management.
• Represent B/E Aerospace, Inc. in a professional and businesslike manner at all times.

NOTE: Due to the nature of Assembly, which includes seat assembly, suite assembly, plastics, and sub assembly, the subject job description includes the combined responsibilities and duties for the entire department. Certain responsibilities are required in one area but not in others, thus they are included in but not restricted to each of these areas.

TYPICAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT INVOLVED:

• Rivet guns, hand drills, countersinks, sanders, reamers, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, punches, and any other hand tool required in the assembly of aircraft seating components and furniture.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to read and understand work orders, trim and finish drawings, blueprints, job cards, and marked up drawings.
• An understanding of computers and the ability to enter and retrieve data from PCs as required.
• Working knowledge of basic shop math
• Ability to fill out standard forms and records
• Understanding of all data collection devices and computers, and the ability to enter and retrieve data from PCs as required
• Ability to lift, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform work standing

NOTE: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Learn More & Apply Now!

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.


*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.


Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.


At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.


Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.


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